Peru's Brilliant Jewel of Culture and History

Chiclayo, often known as the "Friendly City," is located in northern Peru and welcomes visitors to explore its rich tapestry of Spanish colonial legacy extending back to the sixteenth century. Chiclayo, the country's fourth-largest city, captivates visitors with its colonial architecture, natural medicines, and well-known gastronomic pleasures, particularly its exceptional fish and seafood dishes.

Blessed with warm, sunny weather and perfect location between the coastline and gorgeous mountains, is a haven for beach lovers and surfers along its scenic coastal stretch.

Rice, sugar cane, and cotton thrive in the  fertile valleys that surround the city, alongside ancient archaeological sites from the Moche culture. Explore intriguing pyramids, beautiful tombs, and sprawling administrative structures that attest to the majesty of this ancient civilization, which thrived between the first and seventh centuries.

Chiclayo's cultural riches include the National Museum Sican, the pyramid-studded town of Tucume, and the Lord of Sican's breathtaking mausoleum. A walk through Mercado Modelo reveals an active marketplace packed with traditional costumes, varied natural medicines, and herbal treatments, providing a look into the heart of this friendly and culturally rich city.